On Thu, 19 Dec 1996, Fred Mill wrote:

> I am new to the list and I am rebuilding an engine in a 84 vanagon 
> (wasserboxer). 
> 
> I have the engine cases unbolted but can't see how to get the pistons or 
> rods out to seperate the cases. If this involves removing the piston 
> pins, what is the best way to get very dirty pins out?
> 
> What is a good source for parts for this engine? Is there anything else 
> I need to watch out for?
> 
> TIA,
> 
> Fred Mill

Fred,

If you want to pull the pistons out of the sleeves, you'll have to pull 
the piston pins.  Some folks just tap them out, using some sort of wooden 
dowel rig, or, you can buy an official VW piston pin puller from this 
outfit called Z Products (usually advertised in the VW mags).  You'll be 
able to unbolt the rods after you get the pistons and cylinder sleeves 
out of the way.

Good luck, David